This was just the experience I want for my dog…read more James is awesome. He's so attentive to what you need or want from your dog. My dog, Koa is a year old Belgian Malinois but unfortunately was not trained. She was rehomed to me. I desperately needed obedience training. James shared pictures and videos with me of the whole journey since I lived 3 1/2 hours away. I had no reservations about leaving her with him. I doubt she wanted to leave him to come home! This will probably not be the only training she will get from James. He's very open to this being a great experience for you and your dog. I highly recommend him for any training you need for your dog.

My husband and I can't say enough good things about Controlled K9! We recently adopted a two year…read moreold German Shepherd who was well behaved in the house but a true terror to walk on leash (pulling and severe reactivity towards other dogs). Controlled K9 came to our home to evaluate her and recommended a four week board and train to work on basic obedience, leash manners, and off leash recall. We loved that she was taken in as a member of the family during her "boarding school," and they provided regular photos and updates on her progress throughout. She returned to us her same happy, sweet self in the house, but basically a new dog on leash! The Controlled K9 team trained us on how to continue her training, and remained super responsive to our follow up questions. It's incredible to see the transformation and we're so grateful to the Controlled K9 team for changing our lives - and Zoey's - for the better!

I have two small dogs, and this vet clinic is where we regularly take them. The staff is very…read morewelcoming and quick to help, and the building is kept very clean. From sudden upset stomachs to regular checkups, even to getting our youngest one spayed, they always handle situations professionally and make sure your pets are healthy. We have also boarded our dogs there for the weekend when we needed to go on a trip, and they always get nail trims and the option of baths or other services. We always return to our dogs very happy, as they are well taken care of and are walked regularly and fed on time. I would recommend this place if you are looking for a vet clinic nearby!

Amazing vet!!! All the doctors and providers are top notch and go above and beyond. I have an…read moreEnglish Bulldog she's 9 now and she's had on going ear yeast and ear issues and I changed vets do to a friends referral here and they immediately fixed the issue and I spend so much money and time and appointments at the other place over the same concern it was very frustrating so I am so happy to have found Deepwood Vet clinic! Thank you so much. We will be schooling my pups surgery here for mass removal soon as I trust them !!

We adopted our good boy Buddie from a shelter in December. A sweet boy, but years in a shelter…read more(five!) has made him somewhat a sensitive pup prone to barking to loud noises and strangers approaching. Passing cars on walks yielded barking and lunging, doorbells ringing, more barking. We tried some "do-it-yourself" online things with zero success, and realized actual one-on-one training was the only option. Enter Tommy from Bark-Busters. His initial three-hour in-home training course was amazingly effective, so much so the change in Buddie was almost night and day to us. Upon meeting Buddie for the first time, Tommy immediately knew the kind of sensitive dog Buddie was and tailored his training to suit. His techniques were easy to understand and master and can be practiced anytime we're with Buddie. No more barking when the doorbell rings, or when a car passes, or a stranger approaches. Buddie's a lot calmer now which is more in keeping with his overall sweet nature. Highest recommendation!

When I first reached out to Tommy, I was in a pretty dark place with my 3-year-old English Bulldog…read more His behavior had taken a serious turn--aggression, constant overstimulation, and a total breakdown in how we communicated. I was heartbroken and honestly starting to feel like I'd failed him. What Tommy brought into our home was a complete shift in perspective. He didn't just train the dogs--he taught us how to create structure, set clear expectations, and restore calm. After just the first session, our house felt noticeably different. The tension was gone, the barking and toy-fighting stopped, and even our older dogs--who had been keeping their distance--seemed relieved. What really makes Tommy stand out is the continued support. He's incredibly responsive, provides real tools and a step-by-step plan, and genuinely checks in on your progress. The Lifetime Guarantee is a huge comfort--knowing we have ongoing access to help if new issues arise takes so much pressure off. We're still working through things, but the difference already feels like night and day. I can't recommend Tommy highly enough--he gave us back peace and hope.

Brandi & Perry were amazing! Highly recommend working with them…read more We adopted a one year old mixed breed, Tuck, a few months ago. He's very sweet but started to get rambunctious to the point that my remote work felt challenging. He also started jumping or freezing when he saw other dogs on walks, and he occasionally barked or growled and men. We weren't sure if it was the start of aggressive behavior or just the result of a shelter dog that hasn't been exposed. After doing our research, we decided to do the 3 week behavior modification board and train program. We were really impressed from beginning to end. They shared a ton of information upfront, walked us through their facility (we opted to drop him off) and sent pictures and updates every evening. It became clear right away that they both have a very deep understanding of dogs, as well as a real respect and love for them. Tuck loved them! The best part was the "transition" day when Perry brought Tuck back and spent the day teaching us everything they've worked on together. We are first time dog owners so generally going in pretty blind. Perry gave us a 101 on dogs and the importance of clear and consistent communication. He talked through all of the layers of training and how/why it is effective. We felt this part was SO helpful for us to understand how to be better owners. Then we walked Tuck around the neighborhood with Perry guiding us and then spent time addressing indoor behaviors too. He was flexible and stayed until we felt comfortable with everything. This is a long review so the TLDR: finding a trainer is a big decision and investment so we wanted to get it right. Brandi & Perry were really incredible and beyond our expectations!! Truly worth every penny! Tuck has been doing really great at home and outside since being home. I've been able to work full days with him holding "place" on his cot, which would have been unheard of before!

I can't say enough good things about Brandi and Perry Bailey of RSK9. Their work has given my pup…read moreand I so much freedom and balance. Pebbles (blue heeler, 1.5 years old) would never listen to me, would not sit or lay still, and had a lot of other obedience issues that caused her to be stressed or confused. She was a TOUGH dog to train and I was concerned I couldn't find the solution for her to get basic concepts. This view has completely changed since working with RSK9's 3 week program. I would HIGHLY recommend them and their methods - you can tell they genuinely love working with dogs and it's made a huge difference in giving my dog the chance to find real rest at home. They send DAILY updates with photos and videos which was so nice. This isn't a regular class or something you just pay for; it's truly an investment that you and your dog will be using for the time you get to share together. Side note: it's worth doing 3 weeks versus 2 weeks. At the 2 week mark is when Pebbles really started to understand her marks and cues. From here there is so much more that can be refined and Brandi/Perry really capitalize on that threshold being crossed!

I had services from Happy Paws and it was one of the best decisions I ever made. My 15month old…read moreblack lab was very bad on the leash , was impossible to walk him without him jumping on anyone who passed by, And even crazier when any dogs passed by, but Happy Paws tamed him in less than 30min! It was unbelievable to see my Lab behaving just the way I want him to for such a Great price, I'm pretty sure no one else would ever do this much of an awesome job without costing you an arm. Brittany the owner is ver helpful with lot of great tips and her work is very impressive, she is the new dog whisperer !

Can't say enough wonderful things about this company! In September I adopted the worlds cutest…read morepitbull from our local shelter. One week in and I had NO idea what I was doing. We signed up for an eight week training session with One Tough Dog for an AMAZING price! Not only did the trainer work with Georgia but she worked with me! I felt comfortable and in control of my dog for the first time since I adopted her! The best part of my experience with this company is the fact that it never felt like a business. The trainer took her time to get to know my dog and myself. She answered my numerous questions about all things dog. She recommended great foods, vets, toys etc. ON TOP OF THAT, they offer dog sitting/boarding services which are phenomenal as well. They were able to come to my home and take care of my baby while I was out of town! I had no worries leaving Georgia because of the relationship she had already established with her trainer. You're crazy if you go anywhere else with your pups! I will be a lifelong customer/supporter/advocate for One Tough Dog!

Andrew is superb! He is knowledgeable and professional. He took my head-strong pup and brought out…read morehis calm, loving, and obedient side. Andrew is ideal for boarding too!

My dog just completed training with Andrew Horan at Citizen K-9 and returned a well behaved pup…read more Macie is an Eng. Bulldog and is very stubborn. She more or less did as she pleased when she wanted. She had us trained. We camp almost every weekend and she goes with us on all our trips. It had been a nightmare, she would pull on the leash when walking her and grab the leash out of our hands, jump up on people and their dogs, and rush out of the door of the RV with little recall. We were unable to relax and enjoy our time with her outside of the RV. Mr. Horan said he would make it his mission to teach Macie to become a better behaved dog. He did an excellent job. She returned to us a better behaved dog while still being her loving self. We are enjoying her much more at home and while camping. I highly recommend Citizen K-9 for training.

Jennifer is a godsend! We went to another trainer and he made us feel like we were at a lost cause…read morewith our Goldendoodle, Winnie, who began developing aggressive and reactive behaviors over a span of a year. Through our initial consultation, Jennifer provided a positive, reinforcing way to assist us with training utilizing science, animal and human behaviorism with tons of analogies in between! She has a warm personality and I felt at ease with her. She really loves and understands dogs, and was very open minded! We decided to add another puppy to our family and setup another private training session with her after we realized that Winnie was having trouble adjusting to our Sheepadoodle, Linus. Jennifer helped us reading their body language and put them into situations where they would understand and respect each other. We also received homework which we worked on diligently, and now they're literally best friends! I was only hoping to have them co-exist with each other, but I'm so happy that they're getting along. I would highly recommend Jennifer and her team at Lead With Fun, as they really do understand dogs! They also have a variety of different classes as well outside of private training.

I've taken several group classes with Jennifer and had her over for individual sessions. She is…read morevery generous with her time and my dog has a blast with her! She's also really respectful of people who are immunocompromised, offering to wear a mask so I could still participate in group classes. I truly appreciate her kindness and thoughtfulness!

This place is new , clean and organized. It has everything…read moreyour dog may need. I highly suggest it for your dog's needs

Was the second time we left our dog in this location so we thought he will be fine since wasn't the…read morefirst time. Worried me was we couldn't see my dog on the cameras and we called asking where was my dog and if he was ok? The Manager Katty responded "he was in a treat break and all is fine" Second day same thing and we call them again and the Manager responding "they are out for a break and all is good" Okay. Next day I called to let her know that we going to pick him up at 4pm. Asked for the bath and get him ready. My husband went to pick him up and he noticed that my dog had injuries in his face both sides. The owner of the dog stop was there and she asked what happened with him to her staff and the young boy who watches the dogs said "he was playing aggressively with another dog and couldn't separate them" When he got home with my dog I soon they walked in the house I noticed clearly that my dog face was swallowed very much. I took a closer look and saw missing pieces of skin. The right side worse than the other one. We took a pictures and sent a complaint email to the Dog stop for the negligence and carelessness with my dog. We never get any response from them. We brought my dog to the Pet Hospital and they test and give him a skin treatment using strong medicine and cone. The medicine prescribed was for any inflammation, skin abnormalities, skin trauma. According to The Pet Hospital they say "can't say what was the cause or what happened they only see the facts and give the right treatment" We approached to the Dog place the Mgr wasn't there but we left the veterinarian records about my dog treatment. Later Mgr. Katty called saying my email went to spam email and my dog didn't have any injuries and nothing. She didn't know when it happened and probably he did himself" Also said spoke with my dog Hospital and they never said was a bite by dog" But they never said it wasn't neither because they don't know! Obviously she tried to play down and avoid any responsibility of neglecting my dog. Trying to put all the weight of this situation on my dog doctors statement. Never offered any apology or compensation for what happened or find any solution or alternative. Poor customer service! I will never bring my dog here again!!!

We had a wonderful experience with Good Dog Workshop and can't recommend them highly enough. We…read morereached out for help with behavior issues we were having with our rescue dog, and from the very first session, we felt supported, understood, and empowered. Their approach was calm, clear, and incredibly effective -- they helped us understand why our dog was acting out and taught us how to respond in ways that built trust and confidence. One thing that really stood out was how thoughtful and hands-on they were -- they even brought two of their own well-balanced dogs to help with socialization. That made a huge difference in helping our pup feel more comfortable and learn from positive role models. We saw real results quickly and now feel so much more connected and in control. If you're facing behavioral challenges -- especially with a rescue -- Good Dog Workshop is the team you want in your corner. We're so grateful for their help in bringing out the best in our dog.

We were looking for some basic training for our new rescue dog, Chili. He's an unknown mix with a…read morelot of puppy energy, although they say he's 2 YO. As new dog owners, my family (especially my teenaged son) needed some guidance on being good dog owners. Brian was EXACTLY what we needed. He spent about 2 hours with us, taught us all how to project the kind of dominant energy Chili will respond to and advised us on how best to build a healthy relationship with Chili through exercise and play. He even helped us introduce Chili to our beloved grumpy old cat with no hissing or barking! We are all feeling so much more confident about harmony in our family going forward! Best time and money I've spent in ages...thank you!!

Paws and Spa Grooming is hands-down the best groomer I've ever been to. I have two mini doodles…read morewith medical issues, including one with epilepsy, and the level of care, patience, and attention they receive here is truly exceptional. From the moment we walk in, I know my dogs are in safe, knowledgeable, and compassionate hands. They take extra precautions, never rush, and are so thoughtful about my dogs' individual needs -- which gives me such peace of mind. I've been to several groomers across Northern Virginia, and none compare. Ashleigh, in particular, is incredible. She consistently gives the best cuts we've ever had -- perfectly done, exactly what we ask for, and always with so much care. My dogs come out looking amazing and clearly feeling comfortable. I've been going here for a few years now, and I strongly disagree with any experience or review that is less than five stars. This team is nothing short of incredible. If you're looking for a groomer you can fully trust, especially if your dog has medical or special needs, Paws and Spa Grooming is it. We won't go anywhere else.

I have been coming here for a few years now! Leah and her team are incredible and always make my…read moredogs look amazing and feel comfortable! Highly recommend!